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Vineyard, California Social Security Lawyers are Ready to Help

Has a disability affected your quality of life? Are you now unable to work because of a disability? The Social Security disability program was implemented to assist Americans unable to work due to a disability. Qualifying for Social Security can be complicated. It is, therefore, extremely beneficial to work with an experienced Vineyard Social Security lawyer when you apply for Social Security or appeal a Social Security benefits determination. Don’t wait any longer. Contact a skilled Vineyard Social Security disability lawyer today by filling out the questionnaire on the site.

Your SSI or SSDI Application: Get it Right the First Time

More than half of first-time applicants are denied Social Security benefits each year. The success of your Social Security claim often hinges on whether you effectively laid out the best argument for your disability to the review board. Vineyard social security attorneys have experience and knowledge on how to present your case most effectively. By working with a lawyer, you do not have to second-guess whether you are characterizing your disability in the most effective way possible. The advantages of hiring an experienced Social Security professional should not be ignored. Especially when you consider the consequences of losing a Social Security request for benefits. Winning your claim can mean the difference between a qualify life and one that is fraught with difficulty and uncertainty. If are disabled and unable to make a living on your own, you deserve to receive the benefits afforded by the Social Security Administration. Those who qualify may receive monthly checks, and medical coverage through Medicaid or Medicare, food stamps, and additional services provided by the state.

How can I afford a Vineyard, California Social Security Attorney When I Have No Income?

Despite what they may think, most people can afford a social security lawyer, even those without jobs. Most Social Security attorneys work on a “contingency” basis: meaning that they only get paid if your claim is successful. That means, in most cases, you have nothing to lose by working with a Social Security lawyer. The Social Security Administration limits how much a Social Security lawyer can charge clients. Attorneys representing clients before the Social Security Administration are statutorily limited to charging a maximum of 25% of back pay awarded to you (up to a max of $6,000). Basically, what this means is that the lawyer can only charge you up to $6,000 for representing you in a Social Security matter – and often the amount is far less. After filling out the questionnaire on the site, an experienced Vineyard Social Security attorney will call or email you to discuss the specifics of your case.

Who qualifies for Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Income (SSDI)

There are two separate Social Security programs that provide disability payments to injured Americans: SSI and SSDI (Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance, respectively). In order to earn disability payments under either program, you must suffer from an injury that (1) prevents you from working for a year or more, or (2) results in death. In general, short-term injuries are not covered by the social security system.

1. How is disability defined in Vineyard, California? - In order to receive Social Security disability benefits, you must meet the Social Security Administration'sstandard for disability.
a. The term disability is defined as being unable to engage in “substantial gainful activity” [SGA] due to a of a physical or mental impairment which has lasted
- or is expected to last - for a minimum of 12 months, or is expected to result in death.
2. Is working in Vineyard, California a factor in obtaining Social Security disability benefits? - If you are working in Vineyard and the work meets the definition of
substantial gainful activity, you are considered able to work and, therefore, you are not disabled and would not qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
In 2012, if you earn more than $1010 per month (after taxes), you are probably not eligible for Social Security, unless there special circumstances exist.
3. Do You Have a Severe Impairment? - In order to be considered severely impaired, you must have a medical problem that significantly limits your physical or
mental ability to perform basic work activities. The impairment must be expected to last for 12 months or result in death.
4. Does Your Medical Condition Match One of SSA’s Listed Impairments? - The Social Security Administration (SSA) has promulgated a list of medical conditions
["Listing of Impairments."] of such great severity that the SSA considers people who with the conditions disabled;
1. If your condition is not included in the SSA's Listing of Impairments, you have to ask yourself the following question in regard to obtaining Social Security
Disability Benefits:
1. Am I able to do the same type of work I was able to do before the onset of the disability? - If the SSA determines that you are able to continue doing the same
work as you did before your medical condition you may have difficulty proving eligibility. The measure of how capable you are at doing your job after the
onset of your disability as opposed to before the onset of the disability is called the Residual Functional Capacity (RFC). In determining your eligibility for
benefits, the SSA compares your current RFC with the physical and mental demands of your past jobs. If you are physically and mentally able to do a job that
you have held within the last fifteen years, then SSA considers you "not disabled." If you are not able to perform any of your past jobs,
then ask yourself:
5. Despite Your Medical Condition, Can You Do Other Work? - If you are unable to perform work similar to what you have done in the past, then the SSA will
determine whether you are able to perform other types of work rather than collect benefits.

Can Children in Vineyard, California Qualify for Disability Benefits? Yes, but What is the Criteria?

Financially, needy children under age 18 who have serious medical conditions may be eligible for Children's SSI. A child is disabled for SSI if the child is not working and earning more than the SGA level and has a medical condition or combination of conditions that cause "marked and severe functional limitations." Medical evidence documenting the child's medical condition is essential.

Can I qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? Work with an Experienced Vineyard, CA Disability Insurance Lawyer Immediately

You must establish a work history of paying into social security as well as a qualifying disability to qualify for SSDI monthly payments. So, not everyone qualifies for the SSDI program. If you receive disability payments under SSDI you may also qualify for Medicare coverage. Contact an experienced Vineyard SSDI attorney to learn whether your situation qualifies you for some Social Security benefit.

The Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program – Vineyard, California Disability Lawyers Are Here to Help

If you have no or too little work history, are disabled, and make below a certain threshold of money, you may qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI is a welfare-based program. SSI benefits are paid out of general tax revenues and are not contingent on your work history. The monthly benefit provides a basic amount, which may be enhanced by your state. You may also qualify for state benefit programs such as food stamps and Medicaid. Contact an experienced Vineyard SSI lawyer by filling out the questionnaire on the webpage to learn more about Social Security benefits.

From Application to Appeal: The Social Security Process - Vineyard, CA Social Security Disability Appeals Law Firms

You can start your application for social security online, in person, or over the telephone. In some instances, the review process can take more as long as six months. You can have your case reviewed by an appeal panel if you are initially denied social security benefits. Having an attorney to represent you in the appeal is very preferable. Contact a Vineyard Social Security attorney today to discuss your appeal.

The list below contains some examples of the types of illnesses and injuries that have qualified previous applicants for a Social Security disability:

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